Natural Ways to Quit Smoking:

The majority of people are aware of the dangers of smoking. You can't miss the warnings emblazoned on every pack of cigarettes and the evidence that smoking kills thousands of people every year. However, giving up smoking can be one of the hardest things to do. Nicotine is very addicting and is a hard temptation to beat.

If you are not interested in taking a prescription to assist you in your efforts to kick the habit, there are many natural ways that will allow you to break the habit and change your lifestyle to ensure that you won't pick it back up again. As always, you should check with your physician before adding anything new to your daily regimen.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is present in all human bodies. Unfortunately, levels of vitamin C are greatly reduced when you smoke. If you are a chronic smoker, chances are you are probably deficient in vitamin c. Adding more vitamin C to your diet will assist your body as you go through the withdrawal process, and aid the recovery time for your immune system.

There is also evidence to suggest that vitamin C is capable of flushing existing nicotine from your body, making cravings easier to control.

Finding Patterns

Many people smoke when they are under stress, drinking or bored. Try to find what triggers you to reach for a cigarette and write it down. As you become more aware of why and when you smoke, you will be prepared to either avoid these occasions or fight back when faced with them.

Fighting Cravings

The actual time frame in which your body craves a cigarette while you are going through withdrawal is about 2 to 5 minutes. Instead of giving in, try to do something else when a craving hits that will take your mind off of your craving. Some people have had great success writing down their feelings when cravings hit which helps them redirect their focus. Other methods include singing, praying, reading, talking or meditating to ride through the craving wave.

Relaxation

If you smoke when you are under stress, you can try different relaxation techniques, such as aromatherapy and hydrotherapy to assist you when you feel tempted to smoke.

You don't have to be a slave to your cigarettes. It is simply a matter of discerning the patterns that cause you to smoke and being equipped to handle them when the time arrives. It is also helpful to have a support system in place that can help you through craving periods.

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